Video Summary
Here are the key points and findings from the video review:- The Subaru Solterra has the "best idea" in the auto industry: A trail-ready EV for green-loving Subaru buyers.
- Subaru partnered with Toyota on this car and the Toyota bZ4X, and there are design similarities.
- The Subaru has softer, friendlier features compared to Toyota's version.
- All Solterra models feature standard LED headlights and LED running lights.
- The Touring model upgrades include LED fog lamps and 20-inch wheels.
- Good points include cool, rugged-looking fenders.
- Standard equipment are Roof rails, new for 2024
- The ground clearance is only marginally more than the Toyota version.
- The Subaru and Toyota versions look most similar at the rear.
- The base version has no power liftgate, but higher trims do.
- The Solterra does not have a listed maximum towing capacity from Subaru.
- There is no engine but a 72.8 kWh battery pack under the floor.
- Two electric motors provide all-wheel drive standard on every Solterra, but the two electric motors only make 215 horsepower and 249 lb-ft of torque.
- Charge port uses an older CSS design. Subaru is joining the Tesla-style NACS model in 2025.
- Base models have EPA-rated range is 227 miles and the Limited and Touring models are downrated to 222 miles.
- The base Premium trim is priced at just over $46,000 including destination. The Limited is just under $50,000, and the Touring is over $53,000.
- The Solterra does not qualify for any Federal tax credits.
- Space in the vehicle is a good use of space. The vehicle has large door openings and a comfortable seat height.
- Head room and shoulder room is pretty good for a car this size.
- Competing elements are apparent in the cabin design.
- A standard woven cloth dashboard and an odd squared-off steering wheel.
- Limited trim models get a heated steering wheel and a wireless phone charger.
- The touring has ventilated front seats, sunroofs, ambient lighting, digital rear-view mirror
- A subscription for cloud-based navigation is an upgrade.
- Steering is pretty numb.
- The breaking system has four levels of strengths but does not have one-pedal braking.
- EyeSight safety suite of advanced safety features are standard.
